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Beatitudes - Bible Verses and Meaning

Annette Griffin

The beatitudes, statements of characteristics and blessing, are part of the Sermon on the Mount that Jesus spoke and is recorded in Matthew....

Zacchaeus - Bible Story

Compiled & Edited by BST & Crosswalk Staff

The Bible story of Zacchaeus, a leading tax-collector of Jericho, is discussed only in the Book of Luke. According to the story in Luke, when a crowd gathered to see Jesus near Jericho, Zacchaeus clim...

Story of Ruth in the Bible

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The story of Ruth in the Bible illustrates a theme of redemption, a word that occurs 23 times in the book of Ruth....

Noah's Ark and the Flood - Bible Story

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This is a summary of the Biblical account of the flood and Noah's ark. The story of Noah's ark is one filled with faith, perseverance, and promise....

The Road to Damascus: Paul's Conversion

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Read the Bible account of Paul's conversion along the road to Damascus, in which the Lord appeared to him....

Ash Wednesday: Bible Meaning and Importance

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Just what is the purpose of a smear of ash on your forehead on Ash Wednesday? Let's take a look at the meaning and symbolism of Ash Wednesday, which beings the Lent season. There are some Biblical pri...

David and Bathsheba - Bible Story

Lisa Loraine Baker

The story of David and Bathsheba reminds us of how great men who are called by God are still humans and struggle with sin....

Jacob and Esau - Bible Story

Connor Salter

Learn about the troubled relationship between twin brothers Jacob and Esau and how the Jacob deceived both Esau and his father Isaac to gain both the birthright and blessing....

Sodom and Gomorrah - Bible Story

Leigh Ann Thomas

This is a summary of the Biblical account of Sodom and Gomorrah and their destruction....

The Prodigal Son Parable - Bible Story Verses & Meaning

Stephen Baker

The parable of the prodigal son is one of the greatest love stories ever told - a story filled with mercy and grace....